Counterfeit beauty products seized across UK found to contain mercury, lead and methanol

Trading Standards warns that fake copies of popular cosmetics and skincare products are more likely to contain toxic substances, according to a Guardian report. Only one item was available, so details beyond the headline are limited.

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1. 30 Oct, 13:05 UTCGuardian reports toxic fake beauty products

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• Mercury, lead and methanol found in counterfeit beauty products seized across UKThe Guardian